Senior HV Test & Commissioning Engineer - Regional Travel

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement fund

Travel allowances

Project-specific bonuses

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Test and Commissioning Engineer for projects in the Kimberley region of the Northern Cape. You will lead high‑voltage testing, pre‑commissioning, and handover for substations and power plants, ensuring energization and reliability.

You will plan, execute, and document tests on transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and control schemes, collaborating with project teams while upholding safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in testing and commissioning high‑voltage electrical power systems.
• Experience with protection relays (ABB, Siemens, GE) and testing using Omicron or similar equipment.
• Strong understanding of substation design, power system protection principles, and grid codes.
• Proficient in interpreting electrical schematics, control diagrams, and technical specs.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for energized equipment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Strong report writing and communication abilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively within Northern Cape and other provinces.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test and commissioning plans for HV equipment (transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, relays).
• Perform site testing and troubleshooting to verify installation and operation.
• Conduct pre‑commissioning checks, functional tests, and full load commissioning.
• Analyze test results and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test documentation, and handover packages.
• Collaborate with project managers, site engineers, and clients to ensure smooth commissioning.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Maintain knowledge of testing equipment and techniques.
• Participate in post‑commissioning reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Power system protection

High-voltage testing

Protection relays testing

Electrical schematics

Safety procedures

Analytical thinking

Report writing

Communication

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Omicron test equipment

Protection relays testing

High voltage testing

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Test and Commissioning Engineer for projects in the Kimberley region of the Northern Cape. You will lead high‑voltage testing, pre‑commissioning, and handover for substations and power plants, ensuring energization and reliability.

You will plan, execute, and document tests on transformers, switchgear, protection relays, and control schemes, collaborating with project teams while upholding safety standards and regulatory requirements.